Part 16/16:
The insights from Gordon Chang and the discussions on recent incidents underscore a crucial reality: we are in a decisive period where strategic patience is no longer an option. The world’s most populous and militarily assertive nation is engaged in a long-term, complex contest that demands vigilance, innovation, and proactive leadership from the U.S. and its allies. Only by recognizing the scope of the threats and responding with resolve can the U.S. hope to safeguard its interests and preserve peace in a rapidly shifting global balance.